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Robert Half · 3 days ago

Director Compensation and Benefits

Robert Half is a large-scale, Controlled Environment Agriculture-based organization specializing in high-value, high-growth plant-based Consumer Packaged Goods. They are seeking a Director of Compensation & Benefits to lead the design and administration of executive and broad-based compensation programs, as well as employee benefits strategies across multiple geographies.

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Hiring Manager
Kathleen Downs
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Responsibilities

Lead the design, administration, and governance of executive compensation programs, including base salary, annual incentives, long-term incentives, and perquisites
Oversee global equity and stock plans (RSUs, PSUs, stock options, ESPP), including plan design, compliance, administration, and employee communications
Prepare materials and analyses for the Compensation Committee of the Board, including competitive benchmarking, pay-for-performance modeling, and scenario planning
Partner with Legal, Finance, and external consultants to ensure compliance with SEC disclosure, proxy reporting, and equity accounting
Direct the development and implementation of global compensation programs, salary structures, and incentive plans
Oversee annual compensation planning cycles (merit, bonus, equity grants) and ensure alignment with performance management and budget processes
Provide strategic guidance to HR business partners and business leaders on pay decisions, job evaluations, and market competitiveness
Lead the design and administration of employee benefits programs across multiple geographies, ensuring competitiveness, compliance, and cost-effectiveness
Partner with global benefits providers and brokers to manage health, wellness, retirement, and insurance offerings
Monitor benefit trends, legislation, and market practices to recommend program enhancements
Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, including SEC, IRS, ERISA, FASB, DOL, and international equivalents
Support preparation of CD&A (Compensation Discussion & Analysis) and other executive compensation disclosures in proxy statements
Maintain equity plan documents, global mobility considerations, and related tax/compliance requirements
Manage and develop a high-performing Compensation & Benefits team
Partner with HR leadership, Finance, and external compensation and legal advisors on total rewards strategies
Provide executive-level insights and recommendations to senior leadership and the Board

Qualification

Executive compensationGlobal equity programsCompensation strategyRegulatory complianceFinancial modelingHRIS proficiencyLeadership skillsCommunication skillsProject managementStrategic thinking

Required

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
10+ years of progressive experience in compensation and benefits, with at least 5 years managing executive compensation and global equity programs in a public company
Deep knowledge of executive compensation practices, stock plan design/administration, and related regulatory requirements (SEC, proxy, CD&A, IRC 409A, 162(m), etc.)
Experience preparing Compensation Committee materials and preferably working directly with Board members
Strong analytical and financial modeling skills; proficiency with HRIS and equity administration systems
Exceptional communication skills, with ability to present complex topics to senior executives and the Board
Proven leadership skills with ability to manage global teams and external vendors

Preferred

Master's or MBA highly preferred

Company

Robert Half

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Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
unknown
1978-01-13IPO

Leadership Team

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Keith Waddell
President and CEO
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Paul Gentzkow
President and Chief Executive Officer, Talent Solutions
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